Recent Press Releases



04.29.13
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM TO MAKE A SPLASH WITH LAUNCH OF NEW KEIKI BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES
"Seal-a-brate" your son's or daughter's next birthday amongst the marine animals at the Waikiki Aquarium! The Aquarium recently launched its first-ever birthday party packages for keiki ages 3 to 11, combining an open-air setting with entertaining and educational activities.

04.18.13
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM TO HOST "SEASONS AND THE SEA" TRADITIONAL HAWAIIAN OBSERVANCE FOR FAMILIES
In conjunction with the Honolulu Mayor's Office of Culture and the Arts, the Waikiki Aquarium will welcome visitors and Hawaii residents to experience Seasons and the Sea on May 2, 2013, a sunset cultural observance that only occurs once a year. Held on the grounds Ewa of the Aquarium from 5:30 to 7 p.m., the Hawaiian celebration symbolizes the transition from Ho'oilo (wet season) to Kauwela (hot or warm-dry season) as the sun sets into the crown of Pu'u o Kapolei.

04.04.13
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM AND UH BOTANY DEPARTMENT TEAM UP ON INVASIVE ALGAE CLEAN UP
Nearly 30 volunteers from the Waikiki Aquarium and the University of Hawaii at Manoa's botany department recently teamed up to remove 1,500 pounds of invasive algae from the coral reef fronting the Aquarium.

12.02.12
UNIQUE ITEMS DESIGNED EXCLUSIVELY BY LOCAL ARTISTS FOR THE WAIKIKI AQUARIUM ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR SALE
Find the perfect gift this holiday season at the Natural Selection Gift Shop at Waikiki Aquarium. Gift shop manager Indah Soediamto has hand-selected unique items designed specifically for the Aquarium by notable Hawaii artists.

11.26.12
FRIENDS OF WAIKIKI AQUARIUM PARTNER WITH TEDDY BEAR WORLD HAWAII TO OFFER NEW EXPERIENCE PASS
What do you get when you combine the Waikiki Aquarium and Teddy Bear World Hawai'i? The new Great Bear-ier Reef Pass, offering one adult and one child admission to both world-class attractions for just $20. Open to residents and visitors, the pass is available through December 31, 2012, and includes a free keychain with purchase.

11.15.12
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM IS HOME TO MANY UNIQUE SPECIES
The Waikiki Aquarium houses many unique species that are found in no other public aquarium in the world. Often referred to as aquarium "jewels", the Waikiki Aquarium gives guests the opportunity to see species that would otherwise be inaccessible in their natural habitat. Among the selection of unique species are the peppermint angelfish, Abe's angelfish, irregular rice coral and the Hawaiian morwong.

08.28.12
ASSIST THE FISH! WAIKIKI AQUARIUM VOLUNTEER TRAINING STARTING IN THE FALL
The Waikiki Aquarium offers a sea of volunteer opportunities that provide the chance to teach residents and visitors about Hawai'i sea life and conservation. The Aquarium will hold free training for its two volunteer positions, Docent and Aquarium Interpreter, starting this fall.

08.27.12
THE WAIKIKI AQUARIUM ANNOUNCES TWO NEW HIRES
Waikiki Aquarium has announced two new hires, including Heather R. Down and Charles W. Laidley, Ph.D.

06.06.12
SUMMER WEDNESDAYS AT THE AQUARIUM PRESENTED BY AQUA HOTELS & RESORTS
The sun is up and school is out, so grab the keiki and swim on over to the Waikiki Aquarium each Wednesday
for family fun presented by Aqua Hotels and Resorts. Families and keiki ages 4 to 8 can listen to master storytellers and puppeteers, create honu petroglyphs and enjoy hands-on activities.

05.15.12
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM'S "KE KANI O KE KAI" 2012 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
TO FEATURE SOME OF HAWAII'S MOST POPULAR ARTISTS

It's that time of year again for the Waikiki Aquarium's "Ke Kani O Ke Kai" annual summer concert series. Taking place every other Thursday from June 14 through August 9, 2012, the series will kick off with entertainment by Kuana Torres Kahele, and Mark Yamanaka & Darren Benitez.

05.07.12
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM IS THE ONLY PUBLIC AQUARIUM IN THE WORLD TO EXHIBIT RARE PEPPERMINT ANGELFISH
One of the ocean's rarest creatures has made its home at the Waikiki Aquarium: Centyropyge boylei, more commonly known as the peppermint angelfish was collected in 400 feet of water in Tahiti by Bishop Museum's Dr. Richard Pyle. The candy-striped beauty is the only one of its kind to be on display at a public aquarium.

08.09.11
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM TO OPEN NEW NORTHWESTERN HAWAIIAN ISLANDS EXHIBIT
Opening its first major exhibit in six years, the Waikiki Aquarium will unveil its new Northwestern
Hawaiian Islands exhibit on August 18, 2011. Showcasing marine life from the Papahānaumokuākea
Marine National Monument, which is home to over 7,000 marine species, a quarter of which are found nowhere else on Earth, the new exhibit will offer Waikiki Aquarium guests a rare opportunity to view a living reef ecosystem representative of that found in the world's most isolated islands.

04.01.11
APRIL IS MONK SEAL EDUCATION MONTH AT THE WAIKIKI AQUARIUM
Monk seal keiki activities will be held on Wednesdays, April 6, 13, 20
and 27 from 10 a.m.-12:00 noon. Learn about the monk seal at the Research Camp on Saturday, April 30 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Monk Seal educational activities are free with admission to the Aquarium.

03.31.11
TRADITIONAL HAWAIIAN EVENT FOR FAMILIES AT THE WAIKIKI AQUARIUM
Celebrate with us on Monday, May 2, 2011, with family activities followed by a sunset
observance on the grounds just ewa of the aquarium.

01.12.11
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM TO HOST BIGGEST KOI SHOW IN HAWAII
The 4th Annual International Koi Show will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, February 19 and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 20. Entry is free to Aquarium visitors.

01.03.11
KICK OFF THE NEW YEAR WITH EVENTS & PROGRAMS AT THE WAIKIKI AQUARIUM
The Waikiki Aquarium continues to offer explorers of all ages a fintastic time, with its monthly educational programs, classes and events.

12.28.10
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM RECEIVES DONATION OF MOI
In the wake of the moi theft earlier this year, the Waikiki Aquarium today announced it has received a donation of 300 moi fingerlings from the Hawaii Pacific University's Oceanic Institute.

12.27.10
ASSIST THE FISH! WAIKIKI AQUARIUM VOLUNTEER TRAINING BEGINS JANUARY 22, 2011
The Waikiki Aquarium offers a sea of volunteer opportunities that provide the chance to teach residents and visitors about Hawai'i sea life and conservation.

10.15.10
PAPAHĀNAUMOKUĀKEA AND WAIKIKI AQUARIUM PARTNER FOR MONK SEAL SATURDAY ON NOVEMBER 6TH
The first 200 keiki through the gate will receive a limited-edition plush stuffed monk seal after they participate in the "name the seal contest.

08.10.10
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM TO MAKE A SPLASH WITH INAUGURAL EVENT TO PROMOTE LITERACY
Sure to make a splash with families of all ages, the Waikiki Aquarium will host its first-ever Ocean Literacy Day on Saturday, September 18, 2010.

08.03.10
DISCOVER WILDLIFE IN WAIKIKI AT THE WAIKIKI AQUARIUM'S SUMMER NIGHTS PROGRAM
Looking for something different to do with the kids on a warm summer evening?

05.26.10
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM BEGINS CONSTRUCTION OF NEW NORTHWESTERN HAWAIIAN ISLANDS PUBLIC DISPLAY
The largest single area dedicated to conservation in the United States, and one of the largest in the world, the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument is home to over 7,000 marine species, a quarter of which are found nowhere else on Earth.

05.17.10
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM‘S SUMMER EDUCATION PROGRAMS MAKE A SPLASH WITH OCEAN ENTHUSIASTS OF ALL AGES
The Waikiki Aquarium continues to open its doors to explorers of all ages to have a fintastic time with more than 3,500 marine specimens during its educational programs and events.

05.04.10

SIG ZANE UNVEILS NEW OCEAN-RELATED DESIGNS AT WAIKIKI AQUARIUM

Sure to make a splash, local legendary designer Sig Zane will showcase new marine-themed aloha print designs exclusively on Oahu at the Waikiki Aquarium’s Natural Selection Gift Shop.

 

04.22.10

WAIKIKI AQUARIUM CELEBRATES CHANGING OF THE SEASONS WITH SEASONS AND THE SEA

The Waikiki Aquarium invites Hawaii visitors and residents to learn about cultural traditions during Seasons and the Sea, a cultural ceremony marking the official changing of the seasons.

 

04.21.10

WAIKIKI AQUARIUM’S “KE KANI O KE KAI” 2010 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES TO FEATURE SOME OF HAWAII’S MOST POPULAR ARTISTS

Building on the success of its annual “Ke Kani O Ke Kai” summer concert series, the Waikiki Aquarium will once again host five oceanside concerts under the stars featuring some of the islands’ top performers, including HAPA, Willie K. and Amy Hanaiali‘i.

 

03.25.10

WAIKIKI AQUARIUM AND NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION TEAM UP TO OFFER OCEAN GUARDIAN KIDS CLUB AND CONTEST

Children from kindergarten through 8th grade are invited to join the Waikiki Aquarium and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Office of National Marine Sanctuaries’ Hawai`i Ocean Guardian Kids Club and Contest.

 

02.25.10

HOP ON DOWN TO THE WAIKIKI AQUARIUM FOR THE 15TH ANNUAL SEAHUNT

Keiki and Family Invited to Enjoy Holiday Fun with the Easter Bunny Along with Games, Crafts and More!


02.09.10
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM CONTINUES NANA I KE KAI SERIES WITH SPECIAL PRESENTATION: CLIMATE CHANGE, IN HAWAII AND AROUND THE WORLD
As part of the Waikiki Aquarium’s yearlong Nana I Ke Kai (Look to the Sea) lecture series, Hawaii visitors and residents are invited learn about climate change and the environment during a special presentation.


01.20.10
A NIGHT SEA-EELED WITH A KISS! i
Put Your Heart and “Sole” Into This Valentine’s Day with the
Waikiki Aquarium’s Romantic Seaduction Dinner.

01.06.10

FRIENDS OF WAIKIKI AQUARIUM ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND MEMBERS FOR 2010

The Friends of Waikiki Aquarium (FOWA) has announced the election of its 2010 officers.


12.22.09
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM HOSTS PROFESSOR J. RUDI STRICKLER FOR "OCEAN LIFE: IN A NUTSHELL" SEMINAR
The Waikiki Aquarium welcomes the new year and a new professor to its repertoire of 2010 educational programs
.

12.21.09
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM CELEBRATES THE CULTURE OF HAWAII AND TRADITIONS OF THE SEA WITH A SPECIAL SERIES OF EVENTS IN FEBRUARY
The Waikiki Aquarium invites Hawaii visitors and residents to learn about the traditions of the sea during five special presentations in February


12.18.09
Gifts from the Ocean Cause Shoppers Commotion!
Waikiki Aquarium Natural Selection Gift Shop Offers Prehistoric Finds for the Whole Shoal to Enjoy


12.16.09
ASSIST THE FISH!
Waikiki Aquarium Volunteer Training Begins January 16, 2010

11.17.09
THIS HOLIDAY SEA-SON, GIVE THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON LIVING WITH WAIKIKI AQUARIUM MEMBERSHIPS
Make a splash this holiday season with family, friends, and marine life enthusiasts by gifting annual Waikiki Aquarium memberships.


11.11.09
A NIGHT SEA-EELED WITH A KISS
Romance Your Sweetie This Valentine’s Day at the Waikiki Aquarium’s Annual Seaduction Dinner


10.28.09
PAPAHĀNAUMOKUĀKEA MARINE NATIONAL MONUMENT CORAL ARRIVES AND THRIVES AT THE WAIKIKI AQUARIUM Corals to be Featured in New Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Exhibit


09.10.09
DISCOVER AND PROTECT THE UNDERWATER WORLD WITH THE WAIKIKI AQUARIUM AND THE NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION, PACIFIC SERVICES CENTER, SEPTEMBER 13 – 18, 2009
A sea of activities this month focused on raising community awareness of ocean habitat, health, and human impacts.

09.09.09
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM BUILDS ARK FOR CORAL REEFS
The Waikiki Aquarium Ensures Reef Conservation for Generations to Come

06.09.09

WAIKIKI AQUARIUM TO HOST CORAL SPAWNING & SUMMER LOVIN’ EVENT ON JULY 23, 2009
Each summer, rice corals in the Waikiki Aquarium’s Edge of the Reef exhibit and throughout Hawai'i spawn two to four days after the new moons in June and July.

06.08.09
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM AND ELLE COUTURE JEWELLERS JOIN TOGETHER FOR A GEM OF A DEAL
Portion of Roberto Coin Sea Life Jewelry Proceeds to be Donated to the Friends of Waikiki Aquarium

05.14.09
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM TO CELEBRATE WORLD OCEANS DAY ON JUNE 8, 2009, WITH BEACH CLEAN-UPS, ON-SITE ACTIVITIES AND SPECIAL PROMOTIONS Building greater awareness of the crucial role the ocean plays in peoples’ lives, the Waikiki Aquarium will celebrate United Nations World Oceans Day on Monday, June 8, 2009.

04.24.09
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM CELEBRATES TRADITIONS OF THE SEA WITH “NANA I KE KAI” EVENT SERIES
The Waikiki Aquarium invites Hawaii visitors and residents to learn about the traditions of the sea during three events in May...

04.13.09
HAWAII’S FINEST MUSICIANS MAKE A SPLASH WITH NEW KAI PALAOA CD
Fun Eco-Educational Activities and Release of Moi Among the Day’s Festivities...

2.3.09
WAIKIKI AQUARIUM AND THE NEW OTANI KAIMANA BEACH HOTEL PAIR UP TO OFFER DELUXE "OHANA PLAN" FAMILY PACKAGE Two popular Hawaii destinations, the Waikiki Aquarium and New Otani Beach Hotel...

1.30.09
Offering a whale of a time, and continuing its partnership with NOAA...

1.30.09
The Waikiki Aquarium has put Cupid at the helm to help lovers get swept away this Valentine’s Day...

1.21.09
Dive into the Waikiki Aquarium with John Hoover, best-selling author..

1.16.09
On January 6, 2009, President Bush launched the lartest marine conservation endeavor in history...

1.14.09
Home to more than 3000 marine specimens, the Waikiki Aquarium has made room...

1.06.09
1.05.09
From seasonal celebrations to summer concerts to cultural observations, the Waikiki Aquarium will....

10.22.08

SPYBALL CAMERA INSTALLED AT THE WAIKIKI AQUARIUM

Innovative Technology Provides Aquarium Visitors with Shark Encounters...